Ashley Pritchard

Ashley Pritchard is a Manager at Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) who focuses on developing products to combat hate speech and remove content that incites violence against minorities.1 She graduated from Lehigh University in 2009 with bachelor's degrees in Political Science and Economics, and a minor in Engineering.1

Pritchard's career has spanned over 15 years, during which she has:

1. Worked at the United Nations, advocating for rule of law reform in Myanmar1
2. Led human rights investigations, including examining alleged persecutions of the Rohingya people1
3. Joined Facebook's Trust and Safety department, where she now advises on elections, civil unrest, and crises in vulnerable countries1

At Meta, Pritchard and her team leverage advanced technology and artificial intelligence to identify and address risks impacting vulnerable populations.1 She is also passionate about using AI to make education more accessible to marginalized communities.1

Pritchard maintains strong ties with Lehigh University, serving on the Martindale Associates Board, identifying internship opportunities for students, and hosting events for Lehigh students in the Bay Area.1 She credits Lehigh's international focus and programs for launching her career in international service and human rights.1